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Trip Summary
You can pick from 16 daily train trips between Longford and Taunton. The average train journey from Longford to Taunton takes 2 hours and 54 minutes, but some TfL Railway + Connections train trips are as short as 2 hours and 24 minutes.
| Distance | 119 mi (192 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 24m |
| Lowest price | £45.65 |
| Most frequent service | Heathrow Express + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Longford to Taunton?
2 train services operate from Longford to Taunton. Heathrow Express + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 8 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow Express + Connections | 8 | 2h 59m | £69.77 |
| TfL Railway + Connections | 8 | 2h 49m | £57.93 |
Heathrow Express + Connections train tickets from Longford to Taunton start from £70, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 Heathrow Express + Connections schedules to Taunton. Heathrow Express + Connections in Longford leaves from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 . And in Taunton trains arrive at Taunton Train Station .
From Longford to Taunton train travel on Heathrow Express + Connections takes 2 hours and 59 minutes. If you are looking to get to Taunton faster, Heathrow Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 24 minutes.
TfL Railway, also known as Crossrail and the Elizabeth Line, is a UK passenger rail company that operates between central London and surrounding counties. The trains are modern, spacious, and equipped with onboard restrooms and information displays. WiFi and 4G services will soon be available on all trains, and most stations already offer the service.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Longford to Taunton on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Longford at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 14:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Taunton to Longford.
City Information
Taunton
Taunton is the county town of Somerset, in the south of England. Its 1,000-year history gives it a diverse mix of the old and the new and guarantees that there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Take a walk through the newly-pedestrianised streets and take in the vastly diverse architecture that only an ancient town can offer, with the Perpendicular Gothic churches and many Georgian townhouses. Then, visit Taunton Castle for the Museum of Somerset and immerse yourself in the exciting history of the county.
If 21st-century pubs no longer excite you, head to the Tudor Tavern and take in the 16th-century exterior, with the interior said to date back to as early as the 14th century. Although not a tavern anymore, this bygone building is now a cafe, where visitors can sit back, relax, and enjoy the humbling feeling inspired by buildings that have stood the test of time.
For a more modern experience of the town, visit one of Taunton's vast shopping centres, or take a walk down the high street to discover local and independent shops.
Taunton is easily accessible by public transport or by car. National Express coaches run frequent services from many cities throughout the U.K., while Taunton Station provides rail access via the Great Western Railway.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Longford?
Main departure station: London Heathrow Airport - Arrivals Terminal 5
There are two stations in Longford where you can board the train to Taunton.
All train stations in Longford:
London Heathrow Airport - Arrivals Terminal 5
Heathrow Airport London Terminal 4
Where is the train station in Taunton?
Main arrival station: Taunton Train Station
Taunton has one train station.
Train stations in Taunton:
Taunton Train Station
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